This has been a week of annual check-ups for my husband and me. I had a cardiologist visit, and he had a colonoscopy. (My visit was easier.) As I was waiting in the cardiologist office for my long-overdue appointment, I started thinking about other areas in my life that could use a check-up, but often get overlooked or pushed aside. It’s not just our annual health check-ups that we need.
January is often the month that we start planning our new goals for the new year, and many times those goals are health-related. However, as we’re planning, do we honestly give every important area in our life a good check-up? I’ve been thinking about the non-health areas in my life that need my attention and some real soul searching; areas that sometimes we avoid because it’s easier than facing the truth.
For the last few weeks, I’ve been working on my personal and professional goals, vision manifesto and the mapping of my vision board. My vision manifesto had me really look at all areas of my life that need a good check-up. How do I see my life in these areas in the present tense? One thing I’ve learned is that it takes time to look at everything and be honest with yourself.
Relationships
How can I be a better wife, mother, and Mimi?
Am I the best friend I can be?
Are there too many negative people in my life?
Do I keep my people-pleasing in check?
Do I have an honest, open relationship with myself? With others?
Do I let jealousy or comparison get in the way of a healthy relationship?
Work/Business
Does fear keep me from moving forward?
What is the fear?
What skills do I need to update or upgrade?
What skills do I need to improve or books to read?
How do I want my business to grow this year?
What changes do I need to make?
Do I have a good support group? Do I need to widen it?
Finances
What is my relationship with money? (This is a big one for me that I’m still working on. I grew up in an alcoholic home where lack of money was an issue that I’ve carried over into my adult life.)
How am I using my money?
How is my generosity? Is there more I can do?
Spiritual Life
Is my relationship focused on growth?
Do I need to make more time to read, pray and reflect?
Is my faith strong enough to keep me going with all the chaos that is going on in our world?
Am I doing all I can to help others during these uncertain times?
Health
How can I improve my health?
Am I doing all I can do?
What self-care practices can I implement?
As I waited for the doctor, these were some of the questions I asked myself. I realized there are many areas that needed a check-up.
What comes to mind when you think of a check-up? What questions would you ask yourself? The doctor always gives us instructions on how we can take better care of ourselves. Find a quiet place, ask the hard questions, and like a doctor, give yourself instructions and a plan to make improvements. Consider doing periodic check-ups throughout the year. Sometimes we need to reset, readjust, refocus and restart. There are no limits on how many times or how often we do it. Do what works for you.
I want to thank you for this wonderful blog. Thank you for each and everyday sending me inspirational messages. The past two years have been difficult. The losses I experienced were many changes many. I let myself down
I felt no one even cares. Yet all along you messaged me. I relized today reading the blog. I let Go of God’s Hand I was taking care of people who used me. People Pleasing . People I thought were Godly Were Wolves in Sheep’s clothing. I trusted the wrong woman my Heart Broken. I wasnt looking in the right place.
I am so Grateful For this blog For you messaging me everyday with out fail. I dont want to give up You didnt give up on me Thank you Thank God for putting you in my life This blog was Perfect I’m going to reread and put it on paper .Thank you So Much
I’m sorry it has been a hard year for you. God loves YOU.
So happy the inspirations and blogs have encouraged you during the past year. Praying for God’s blessing on you.
Praying for you.
Thank you Marie for the wonderful questions to think about in my life. So I can grow forward.
You’re welcome.
You’re a very good communicator, Marie. I appreciate and benefit from reading your blog entries.
Thank you for reading my blog and the encouraging words.
Your blogs are so uplifting
and encouraging!! You are
such a blessing marie!!💕
Love you!
Sheri Strunz
Thank you for reading my blogs. I appreciate your encouraging words.
Well said, Marie and spot on. Thank you.
Thank you.
Wishing you a healthy, productive 2022.
Thank you for putting these questions to my mind. Been going through a rough patch with my health. Your comments have helped me.
I’m sorry you haven’t been feeling well. Hope you are feeling better.
I’m happy the questions helped you.
Blessings
Marie